Classic Car Restoration Services Systems and Methods

ABSTRACT

The invention relates to classic car restoration services systems and methods, and, more particularly to classic car restoration services interfacing systems and methods allowing classic car facilities and enthusiasts to document, represent to prospective buyers, acquire classic cars and to facilitate their restorations.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This application claims priority from U.S. patent application Ser. No.17/123,446, filed Dec. 16, 2020, entitled CLASSIC CAR RESTORATIONSERVICES SYSTEMS AND METHODS and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No.62/955,824, filed Dec. 31, 2019, titled CLASSIC CAR RESTORATION SERVICESSYSTEMS AND METHODS which are hereby incorporated by reference hereinfor all purposes.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The invention relates to classic car restoration services systems andmethods, and, more particularly to classic car restoration servicesinterfacing systems and methods allowing classic car facilities andenthusiasts to document, represent to prospective buyers, acquireclassic cars and to facilitate their restorations.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

As the availability of the variety of cars continues to increase, sodoes the market demand for access to classic cars. The desire forconsumers to acquire cars of specific makes and models only increaseswith time. The many locations where classic cars exist and where willingbuyers of classic cars live create a problem between classic car sellersand willing buyers. Quite often classic cars are abandoned without beingpurchased by willing consumers.

Previous attempts to create systems and methods to connect classic carsellers with willing buyers, have been unsuccessful due to communicationlogistics, physical distance, third parties, and time consuming andcostly efforts needed to communicate amongst parties.

These previous attempts have necessitated additional personnel, variouslevels of intermediary sales entities, and additional transactions toconnect classic car sellers with potential buyers. Previous attempts toaddress these problems have not been efficient or successful.

In many instances, classic cars owners require expert restorationprofessionals to assist in repairing and bringing back the classic carto new or original condition.

Further, these previous methods required engaging with additional thirdparties in order to coordinate specialty services.

The classic car market continues to rise. In 2017 there were over 10million auctioned vehicles of all types. This rise in classic car demandrequires additional methods be developed for owners, restorationservices providers, and buyers to connect and access reliableinformation with regards to specific cars.

Further, because the classic car industry commands a minimum $25,000average selling price, the marketplace continues to increase incumulative commercial value.

Accordingly, there is an established need for classic car restorationservices systems which solve at least one of the aforementionedproblems. Further, there is an established need for classic carrestoration systems and methods, having various forms, that can connectclassic car enthusiasts and restoration services providers.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

Embodiments of the present invention is a system which can includemobile applications configured to interface with, but not limited to,smart phones, tablets, laptops, desktops, and/or mobile devices to allowclassic car enthusiasts and service providers to interact. Inembodiments, automotive enthusiasts can utilize aspects of the presentinvention to authenticate a classic car, acquire professionalrestoration services, engage in classic car valuations, and/or providecommunication mediums for classic car owners, restoration serviceproviders, and market classic cars to willing buyers.

In an aspect, the system can also include digital communication portalswherein users can authenticate information from entities about a classiccar such as, but not limited to, vehicle videos, photographs, insurancerecords, condition of the automobile, repair and restoration receipts,federal, international, and commercial certification entities, carmanufacturers and classic car resellers.

In an aspect, the system is a platform that comprises of a web basedserver application and a mobile application, configured to offerindividual users such as classic car owners, restoration shops andcompanies, a documentation, authentication and socialization platformwhich connects fellow enthusiasts, customers, mechanics and advertisersin a secure, predictable and reputable manner.

In an aspect, the system can also include proof of workmanship usingdigital documentation which can be certified by an authenticating thirdparty.

In an aspect, the system can also include needed insights torestorations for suppliers of parts and services in a timely anddetailed manner so that they can market to prospective customers in atime based model.

In another aspect, the system can also include digital real-timeinterface platforms to allow users of the system to connect and shareinformation on other social media platforms.

In yet another aspect, the system can include historical databases thatcan allow registered and certified users of the system to researchclassic car information.

In embodiments, the system can include web cam video portals for usersto monitor restoration services occurring in real time.

In another embodiment, the system can also include date time stampedpictures documenting restoration efforts and allow users of the systemto research all past restoration efforts. These pictures can also have ageotag associated with the picture so that a user can verify thelocation of the vehicle when the picture was taken.

In yet another embodiment, the system can include certified andauthenticated inventory identifier identification device such as quickresponse (QR) codes embedded in the system's database.

In an aspect, the system can include covered business methods, themethods configured to monetize efforts of sellers, buyers, and serviceproviders in the classic car reselling market.

In another aspect, the system can include authenticated certifiedvaluations from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM).

In an aspect, the system can include mobile applications which can beutilized on a mobile device.

In another aspect, the system can also include laptops, desktopcomputers, and computing mediums.

In another aspect, the system can include a method to transfer a classiccar's digital documentation to a new owner.

Embodiments of the system can provide users mechanisms, which may beperformed utilizing an instant invention application, to ensure servicesare performed and/or supported with a satisfactory level ofdocumentation. These aspects create proof of workmanship for the classiccar owner and/or shop.

Without these aspects in place, market value of the vehicles could benegatively impacted.

Without these aspects in place, future prospective owners could reviewthese classic cars with a level of skepticism resulting in purchasesbelow market value.

Utilizing these embodiments, vendors supplying parts and services to theclassic car restoration enthusiasts and shops have a secure method tounderstand the exact stage of a restoration which would allow them totarget their marketing against a digital timeline created by the use ofthe platform and align offers and promotions to the exact stage of aparticular restoration.

Classic Car inspection and authentication is a complex process whichrequire physical inspections and subject matter expertise. Utilizationof aspects of the system provide a robust managed documentation processand platform which allows use of these services to apply to all tiers ofvehicles.

These and other features and advantages will become apparent from thefollowing detailed description of illustrative embodiments thereof,which is to be read in connection with the accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The features and advantages of the present invention will be betterunderstood when the Detailed Description of the Preferred Embodimentsgiven below is considered in conjunction with the figures provided.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram of the application;

FIG. 2 is a block diagram of an embodiment of a classic car restorationservices systems and methods;

FIG. 3 is a control platform diagram of an embodiment of the presentinvention;

FIG. 4 is a flow chart of processes in an embodiment of the presentinvention;

FIG. 5 is a flow chart of system using the QR code and

FIG. 6 shows the process where classic car owner having a classic carusing the instant invention.

Corresponding reference characters indicate corresponding partsthroughout the several views. The exemplifications set out hereinillustrate embodiments of the invention and such exemplifications arenot to be construed as limiting the scope of the invention in anymanner.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The present invention will now be described more fully hereinafter withreference to the accompanying drawings, in which embodiments of theinvention are shown. This invention may, however, be embodied in manydifferent forms and should not be construed as limited to theembodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided sothat this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fullyconvey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. Likenumbers refer to like elements throughout and numbers may or may not beshown on all figures to provide the reader a clearer and unobstructedview of the invention.

In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth.However, it is understood that embodiments of the invention may bepracticed without these specific details. In other instances, well-knownstructures and techniques have not been shown in detail in order not toobscure the understanding of this description. Those of ordinary skillin the art, with the included descriptions, will be able to implementappropriate functionality without undue experimentation.

References in the specification to “one embodiment” or “an embodiment,”may indicate that the embodiment described may include a particularfeature, structure, or characteristic, but every embodiment may notnecessarily include the particular feature, structure, orcharacteristic. Moreover, such phrases are not necessarily referring tothe same embodiment. Further, when a particular feature, structure, orcharacteristic is described in connection with an embodiment, it issubmitted that such feature, structure, or characteristic may bedeployed in connection with other embodiments whether or not explicitlydescribed.

The terms “or” and “and/or” as used herein are to be interpreted asinclusive or meaning any one or any combination. Therefore, “A, B or C”or “A, B and/or C” mean “any of the following: A; B; C; A and B; A andC; B and C; A, B and C.” An exception to this definition will occur onlywhen a combination of elements, functions, steps or acts are in some wayinherently mutually exclusive.

The term vehicle, car and automobile are used interchangeably to mean anautomobile.

The term contributing vendors, suppliers and commercial entities such asmechanics and shops are those vendors that are part of the networkprovided by the instant invention.

As this invention is susceptible to embodiments of many different forms,it is intended that the present disclosure be considered as an exampleof the principles of the invention and not intended to limit theinvention to the specific embodiments shown and described.

The terms owners, people, client, enthusiasts, user, consumer andindividual are used interchangeably to mean an individual who uses theinvention.

The terms supplier, parts supplier, repair shop, restoration shop,mechanics and advertisers are used interchangeably to mean companies whouse the invention.

The term platform, system, process and method are used interchangeablyto mean a process of the invention.

All the input and display fields shown in the detail description of theinvention are optional and some embodiments may use all or only some ofthe input fields.

The prior art does not provide for a system that provides a system forsupporting interactive communication between car owners, buyers,appraisal and restoration activities. The prior art includes U.S. patentapplication 20130332578 entitled Method and System for Storage andSelective Sharing of Vehicle Data the contents of which is incorporatedby reference in its entirety.

The system of the instant invention is a platform that includes a webbased server application and mobile based client application. The systemis configured to offer individual users such as classic car owners,restoration shops and companies, a documentation, authentication andsocialization platform which connects fellow owner, enthusiasts, partssuppliers, customers, mechanics, restoration shop, repair shop, andadvertisers in a predictable and reputable manner. The instant inventionhas a registration process that includes inputting registrationinformation that consist of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), licenseplate number, owner and mechanic information and vehicle historyinformation.

Classic car value in many cases is dependent on the condition of theautomobile and the accuracy of the restoration. The price of the classiccar can also depend on how easy it is for a buyer to verify thecondition of a vehicle and confirm that the restoration has beencompleted. The instant invention connects automobile enthusiasts, shops,dealer, sellers, owners and perspective customers with an easy to usereal time on demand mobile application which can provide photographs,restoration information such as Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),vehicle photographs, license plate number, owner and mechanicinformation, history information and digital restoration documentation.

The instant invention is a system that allows for the collection,management and presentation of pictures, documents, awards, restorationplans, to-do lists and general information relative to a classic carwhich help in the documentation, authentication and tracking of theclassic automobile. The instant invention allows the restoration teamthe ability to create restoration plans and document an automobilerestoration by uploading pictures and documents of the restoration inreal time from a mobile application. This provides a means for therestoration team comprised of owners, people, client, enthusiasts, user,consumers, suppliers, parts supplier, repair shop, restoration shop,mechanics and advertisers to create an online history that is secure dueto the members only use, online security and data backup features of theinstant invention. The ability to provide continuous and onlinedocumentation of a restoration project increases the automobile's valueto potential buyers because the restoration detail is available onlineto the perspective buyer. Also, classic car authentication entities canengage with potential buyers to certify authenticity of a car based onthe data stored in the database and linked to the vehicle by theinventory identifier identification device or QR code which provides theability to retrieve accurate data stored in the database about theclassic car. This makes the process transparent and easy to verify.

The system uses the inventory identifier identification device which isissued by the application on the web based server application to createa unique identifier for the automobile which connects the automobilewith the dataset and allows fellow enthusiasts, buyers or others toquickly access the car's documentation photos and information. Theinventory identifier identification device feature of the account allowsthe non-users of the instant invention to view the associated data for avehicle. The viewing capability does not allow them to download or enterdata thereby ensuring security of the vehicle record.

The application of the instant invention provides the user the followingfeatures: account creation, company or user profile, automobile profile,automobile condition, photo library, restoration documentation andinventory identifier identification device or QR code. The applicationcomprised of a server application, a mobile application and a databasefor storing the information. The inventory identifier identificationdevice which is issued by the application on the web based serverapplication creates a unique identifier for the automobile whichconnects the automobile with the dataset which records the restorationof the automobile.

The instant invention allows all parties to participate by providing amobile application that utilizes the inventory identifier identificationdevice or QR code to promote information sharing and collection, anonline website that provides increased features and allows for detailedmanagement of the vehicles and their data and it provides a commerceplatform for auction houses by providing a digital and interactiveplatform for transparent presentation of available vehicles.

The instant invention platform allows for contributing vendors,suppliers and commercial entities such as mechanics and shops to addpictures and other documentation as they perform work on aclient's/owner's vehicle. This allows for documentation to be added inreal time as work is performed. The instant invention can also capturereceipts and vendor/supplier information and associate the data withvehicle.

The inventory identifier identification device or QR code provides keyfunctionality for both buyers and sellers by providing accurate anddetailed information about a vehicle. The inventory identifieridentification device or QR code is linked to a specific vehicle fileand allows for rapid access of accurate information about the vehicle,allows users to share information and create tracking alerts as toauction status. The inventory identifier identification device or QRcode is unique to the specific vehicle and cannot be reused for anothervehicle. This creates a secure environment where only data for aspecific vehicle is addressable by the inventory identifieridentification device or QR code.

Alternatively, the inventory identifier identification device or QR codecan be replaced with an electronic inventory identifier identificationdevice such as a Bluetooth tag, Zigbee tag or RFID tag. The electronicinventory identifier identification device would be purchased from thewebsite of the instant invention and when received by the purchaser theyregister the electronic inventory identifier identification device andassociate it with a specific vehicle on the website. This also allows adealer to prebuy the electronic inventory identifier identificationdevice and pair it with a vehicle when they start a project. Theelectronic inventory identifier identification device like the QR codeis unique to a specific vehicle and can only be paired with one vehicleand therefore the instant invention prevents reuse. The electronicinventory identifier identification device once paired with a projectvehicle can then be read by the automobile enthusiasts, shops, dealer,sellers, owners and perspective customers using their mobile devices andthe instant invention application. This prevents the issue of using a QRcode for an unregistered vehicle which is possible and makes the systemmore secure because the electronic identification device is serializedby the website of the invention. The inventory identification device ispaired with the vehicle and the data is stored in the database and isavailable to future owners and restoration entities. Ideally theelectronic inventory identifier identification device is installed inthe vehicle such as inside the engine compartment or glove box so thatit is scannable by the instant invention mobile application. When anelectronic inventory identifier identification device is used it createsa physical component which is associated with the vehicle and provides apermanent link to the data set.

Another benefit of the system is the benefit of work validation. Theinstant invention uses geolocation, time stamp for the photos, invoicesand receipts. This provides validation that the car did indeed reside ata location and that the shop which uploaded the receipt or invoice tothe documentation of a vehicle, completed the work at the time thedocumentation is uploaded, because the geolocation information can becompared to the shop physical location. Allowing for a validation of thework having been performed at a location and a specific time. The systemutilizes the GPS system of the device taking the photographs andassociates the GPS information to the photo and files uploaded. Theapplication can use any geotagging software to tag the photographs ordocumentation/files such as receipts and invoices. One common productfor geotagging is Geotag Photos Pro can be used by the instant inventionto attach GPS information to the photo and documentation/files uploaded.

Another benefit of the instant invention is that it provides theopportunity for the commercial users to benefit from time basedmarketing. Time based marketing allows for parts suppliers and otherinterested parties to gain access to each restoration file and thenprocess the pictures by placing them into categories with a timestamp,geolocation information and referenced to a known process. This allowsthe interested parties to make assumptions and anticipate the nextsteps. Knowing this, a marketer can now market on a timeline particularparts and product offerings which will be more meaningful to the enduser and yield a better return on marketing investment.

The instant invention search and marketing components also allows userswho are looking for a specific part such as a door handle for a FordMustang to focus the search parameters of the instant invention suchthat the search will only search websites related to Ford and Mustangparts.

The instant invention also provides for additional marketingopportunities for commercial users to use email and promotionintegration. This feature allows for a set of actions or accomplishmentof milestones in the restoration process to trigger an automatic eventfor the supplier or vendor which can be an email with a note ofencouragement and or a promotion for a product or service to a specificvehicle owner or shop working on the vehicle. The advertisements can begeneric and targeted. The instant invention also provides for vendors toplace ads specific to make model and owner. Therefore they can targettheir advertisements. Another feature is that the companies can licensethe platform and use it to market to their users.

The instant invention also allows for videos and how to videos, tips andtechniques which can be posted to the system by individual owners orcommercial entities

The instant invention can also provide direct search capabilities whichprovides benefits to the commercial and individual users. Direct searchcapabilities allow the application of the instant invention to have anembedded search which is aligned by the car brand being restored by auser. If the instant invention is being used by a company it can beutilized to manage and reach their users. The company can have thesearch results directed to their website search engine keeping userswithin their catalog and digital environment. Thereby efficientlypromoting their products. The ability for Integrated search on parts andassemblies is important and can benefit the company supplying the partsand the individuals restoring a vehicle.

Another important feature of the instant invention is thetransferability of the data. The dataset is created in support of aclassic car and can be transferred from one owner to the next, creatinga living digital diary for the vehicle, further enhancing the value andvalidation of the classic car.

The instant invention also facilitates digital judging andcertifications. The ability of the instant invention to collect dataallows the instant invention to provide a digital tool which can beintegrated into a completive platform and allow different judges tocreate a virtual competition of various vehicles and to judge theauthenticity of and certify a car according to a documented set ofautomotive standards. In combination with the inventory identifieridentification device this allows for rapid validation that the carrepresented, is indeed one in the same with the instant inventiondataset.

The platform can alternatively be restructured to support:

-   -   Home construction and restoration.    -   Marine industry in the documentation of marine vessels.    -   Other areas of automotive such as motorcycles.    -   Classic and restored airplanes.    -   Classic boat restoration.

The instant invention also provides the ability to access the platformon a free trial basis, single project basis, hobbyist where you can havemultiple projects or a shop license with unlimited projects. This allowsthe seller and restoration communities to participate in the platform onmultiple levels.

The following description of the instant invention Refers to FIGS. 1-6 .

Referring to FIG. 1 the application 110 is comprised of a mobileapplication 111 and a server application 109 and database 105.

Referring to FIG. 2 , an embodiment of the present invention is showndisplaying a block diagram of the interfaces of classic car restorationservices systems and methods. Utilizing the instant invention system200, customers or sellers looking to buy or sell classic cars can log onto the instant invention system 200 using the instant inventionapplication 110 by accessing it with the server application 109 shown inFIG. 1 or the mobile application 111 shown in FIG. 1 to exploredatabases of classic cars stored on the database 105 shown in FIG. 1 ofthe instant invention. Classic car owners 104 can list cars they wish tosell using the instant invention application 110. Further, classic carrestoration providers 106 can list their services on the instantinvention system 200 using the instant invention application 110 inorder to coordinate restoration efforts of new car buyers. Additionally,the instant invention system 200 can include classic car certificationentities 108 in order to provide authentication of a classic car.Classic car buyers 102 can utilize the instant invention to explore theavailable inventory listed in the database 105 shown in FIG. 1 of theinstant invention 100.

Turning to FIG. 3 , communication methods and devices are shown in anembodiment of the present invention. Embodiments of the presentinvention can allow users of the system to utilize mobile devices 305,laptops 325, smart mobile devices such as a smart mobile device 310having camera 345 and microphone 340, desktop computers 315,workstations 320, cell phones 330, and/or data processing devices 335interacting with the instant invention application and communicationnetwork 300 to facilitate classic car sales and/or restoration.

As best seen in FIG. 4 , processes in an embodiment of the presentinvention are shown. Utilizing an instant invention application 400, theprocess starts at step 405 and classic car owners can offer their carsfor sale step 410. Potential buyers of classic cars can search databasesstep 415 for classic cars. Restoration service providers step 420 canengage with system to offer their services. Classic car authenticationentities step 425 can engage with potential buyers to certifyauthenticity of classic cars. New buyers engage step 430 withrestoration service providers and track restoration efforts. Restorationis complete and car delivery is arranged step 435. Furthermore,restoration service providers can engage with the system to offer theirservices.

Referring to FIG. 5 , the process 500 starts at step 505. The classiccar owner registers project vehicle step 510 by inputting therestoration information such as Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),license plate number, owner and mechanic information, historyinformation and digital documentation. The instant invention websiteissues the unique QR code for the vehicle project step 515. As therestoration progresses the vehicle and restoration information areuploaded to the website database associated with the QR code step 520.As the restoration progresses classic car authentication entities usingthe QR code engage with potential buyers and certify authenticity of thevehicle step 525. Potential buyers using the QR code review and trackrestoration of the vehicle step 530. When the restoration is completeand all data is uploaded to the website database associated with the QRcode step 535. After the restoration is complete the new buyers andauthentication entities using the QR confirm restoration step 540. Newbuyer closes deal with classic car owner step 545 and the process endsstep 550. The end of the process can have multiple results. The projectis not deleted from the instant invention database. The instantinvention may charge a maintenance fee for keeping the informationavailable online which can be paid depending on the available optionseither weekly, monthly or yearly.

Referring to FIG. 6 process 600 where classic car owner 610 has classiccar 605 using smart mobile device 640 having microphone 650 and camera655 the classic car owner 610 registers the classic car 605 on theinstant invention system residing on server 620 using the registrationinformation comprising of owner information and classic car information.Server 620 issues QR code 615 and classic car owner 610 prints QR code615 using smart mobile device 640 and printer 635. The instant inventionsystem residing on server 620 stores the QR code 615 and theregistration information in database 625. The classic car owner 610takes photographs 630 of the classic car 605 using smart mobile device640 and uploads photographs 630 registration information to server 620and server 620 stores the photographs 630 in database 625.

Smart mobile device 640 and server 620 are preferably connected to theinternet using a wireless connection such as wireless Wi-Fi protocol,IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi protocols or mobile internet protocols such as 3G and5G.

The smart mobile device 640 is preferably a cellular connected devicesuch as a smart phone or tablet. However, since the information beingtransmitted and stored is sensitive to the final valuation of therestored classic car and the methods of restoration can be proprietaryto the restoration professional, the instant invention providesauthenticators and dealers with a specialized smart mobile device 640that replaces the unsecure smart mobile device. The specialized smartmobile device 640 is configured with the application built into thespecialized smart mobile device 640. The specialized smart mobile device640 is comprised of a display, input device, a cellular networkingcapability which operates on a virtual private network (VPN), a videocamera for capturing photographs and videos, a microphone for capturingaudio data. By providing the specialized smart mobile device toauthenticators and dealers it ensures the security of the data and makesthe system more secure such that the instant invention can guarantee thedata upload is authentic because each specialized smart mobile device640 also has a unique identifier built into it and it is not able to runany other applications, therefore guaranteeing the accuracy of the data.The authenticators and dealers can purchase the specialized smart mobiledevice 640 from the website of the instant invention and it can only beused to upload and create data for transmitting to the instant inventionbecause the authenticators and dealers are prevented from adding otherapplications to the specialized smart mobile device 640 and the uniqueidentifier built into it is associated with the authenticators anddealers that purchase the specialized smart mobile device 640 whichcloses the security loop.

In some embodiments, the system, method or methods described above maybe executed or carried out by a computing system including a tangiblecomputer-readable storage medium, also described herein as a storagemachine, that holds machine-readable instructions executable by a logicmachine (i.e. a processor or programmable control device) to provide,implement, perform, and/or enact the above described methods, processesand/or tasks. When such methods and processes are implemented, the stateof the storage machine may be changed to hold different data. Forexample, the storage machine may include memory devices such as varioushard disk drives, CDs, flash drives, cloud storage, or DVD devices. Thelogic machine may execute machine-readable instructions via one or morephysical information and/or logic processing devices. For example, thelogic machine may be configured to execute instructions to perform tasksfor a computer program. The logic machine may include one or moreprocessors to execute the machine-readable instructions. The computingsystem may include a display subsystem to display a graphical userinterface (GUI) or any visual element of the methods or processesdescribed above. For example, the display subsystem, storage machine,and logic machine may be integrated such that the above method may beexecuted while visual elements of the disclosed system and/or method aredisplayed on a display screen for user consumption. The computing systemmay include an input subsystem that receives user input. The inputsubsystem may be configured to connect to and receive input from devicessuch as a mouse, keyboard or gaming controller. For example, a userinput may indicate a request that a certain task is to be executed bythe computing system, such as requesting the computing system to displayany of the above described information, or requesting that the userinput updates or modifies existing stored information for processing. Acommunication subsystem may allow the methods described above to beexecuted or provided over a computer network. For example, thecommunication subsystem may be configured to enable the computing systemto communicate with a plurality of personal computing devices. Thecommunication subsystem may include wired and/or wireless communicationdevices to facilitate networked communication. The described methods orprocesses may be executed, provided, or implemented for a user or one ormore computing devices via a computer-program product such as via anapplication programming interface (API).

Since many modifications, variations, and changes in detail can be madeto the described embodiments of the invention, it is intended that allmatters in the foregoing description and shown in the accompanyingdrawings be interpreted as illustrative and not in a limiting sense.Furthermore, it is understood that any of the features presented in theembodiments may be integrated into any of the other embodiments unlessexplicitly stated otherwise. The scope of the invention should bedetermined by the appended claims and their legal equivalents.

The present invention has been described with reference to embodiments,it should be noted and understood that various modifications andvariations can be crafted by those skilled in the art without departingfrom the scope and spirit of the invention. Accordingly, the foregoingdisclosure should be interpreted as illustrative only and is not to beinterpreted in a limiting sense. Further, it is intended that any otherembodiments of the present invention that result from any changes inapplication or method of use or operation, method of manufacture, shape,size, or materials which are not specified within the detailed writtendescription or illustrations contained herein are considered within thescope of the present invention.

Insofar as the description above and the accompanying drawings discloseany additional subject matter that is not within the scope of the claimsbelow, the inventions are not dedicated to the public and the right tofile one or more applications to claim such additional inventions isreserved.

Although very narrow claims are presented herein, it should berecognized the scope of this invention is much broader than presented bythe claim. It is intended that broader claims will be submitted in anapplication that claims the benefit of priority from this application.

What is claimed is:
 1. A method of tracking a renovation of a classicautomobile comprising of: a first owner installing an application on asmart mobile device; said first owner using said smart mobile device andregistering said classic automobile by entering registration informationto a networked computer-based system and said computer-based systemcontaining a database; said database issuing a QR code viewable usingsaid application on said smart mobile device; said networkedcomputer-based system containing said database storing said registrationinformation and said QR code to form a record identified by said QR codeon said database; said first owner taking photographs using said smartmobile device and using said application on said smart mobile deviceuploading said photographs and said QR code to said networkedcomputer-based system containing said database; said networkedcomputer-based system containing said database storing said photographsin said record on said database identified by said QR code; arestoration authenticator using said QR code and a second smart mobiledevice with a second application on said second smart mobile device anddownloading said registration information and said photographs to saidsecond smart mobile device; and said restoration authenticator providinga value for said classic automobile using said second smart mobiledevice with a second application on said second smart mobile device tosaid first owner using said first smart mobile device with a firstapplication on said first smart mobile device.
 2. The method of trackinga renovation of a classic automobile of claim 1 having said QR codewherein said QR code is selected from the group consisting of QR code,Bluetooth tag, Zigbee tag and RFID tag.
 3. The method of tracking arenovation of a classic automobile of claim 1 having said registrationinformation wherein said registration information comprises of VehicleIdentification Number (VIN), license plate number, owner and mechanicinformation and automobile history information.
 4. The method oftracking a renovation of a classic automobile of claim 1 having saidphotographs wherein said photographs are selected from the groupconsisting of photographs of automobile, receipts, invoices anddocumentation.